Florida Voters Add 'Right to Hunt and Fish' to State Constitution

Voters in Florida have overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment that enshrines the right to hunt and fish in the state's constitution.

The amendment, which was on the ballot as Amendment 11, passed with more than 60% of the vote. It will take effect on January 1, 2023.

The amendment adds the following language to the state constitution: "The right of the people to hunt and fish is a fundamental right." It also prohibits the state from enacting any laws that would infringe on this right.

Supporters of the amendment said it was necessary to protect the rights of hunters and anglers in Florida. They argued that hunting and fishing are important traditions in the state, and that they contribute to the state's economy and way of life.

Opponents of the amendment said it was unnecessary, and that it could lead to increased hunting and fishing pressure on Florida's wildlife. They also argued that the amendment could make it more difficult for the state to regulate hunting and fishing in the future.

The amendment was placed on the ballot by the Florida Legislature. It was one of several constitutional amendments that were on the ballot in the 2022 election.